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    Save the Date

    Racy romcom has realistic characters but needs more plot.
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    16
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    42

    Inspiring Jackie Robinson biopic has great messages.
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    11
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    The Place Beyond the Pines

    Melancholy, mature drama explores father-son themes.
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    16
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    Lincoln

    Outstanding drama about revered leader's political genius.
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    13
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    The Croods

    Gorgeously animated adventure has intense themes.
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    8
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

    Tolkien tale isn't as great as LOTR, but better for tweens.
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    11
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Rise of the Guardians

    Holiday icons defend childhood in gorgeous adventure.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Jack the Giant Slayer

    Fantasy violence eased by humor in tween-friendly adventure.
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    11
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
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    Monsters, Inc.

    Cute, kid-friendly monster movie; may scare sensitive kids.
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    5
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Argo

    Taut political thriller based on real-life escape from Iran.
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    16
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Bully

    Powerful docu addresses critically important issue for kids.
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    13
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Here Comes the Boom

    Teacher turns MMA fighter in tween-friendly comedy.
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    9
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Hotel Transylvania

    Father-daughter comedy works as intro to monster movies.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Taken 2

    Less violent, more sympathetic sequel delivers the thrills.
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    13
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days

    More Wimpy Kid fun mixed with worthy messages, potty humor.
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    9
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Pitch Perfect

    Edgy, teen-friendly musical comedy uplifts with song, heart.
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    14
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Finding Nemo

    Sweet father-son tale has some very scary moments.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Beasts of the Southern Wild

    Unlike any other movie out there, this moving, whimsical drama will really leave you thinking.
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    14
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Men in Black III

    Third alien adventure is fun, less memorable than the first.
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    12
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special

    Heartwarming seasonal tale celebrates family bonds.
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    5
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Arthur Christmas

    Fabulous, funny holiday movie about the Christmas spirit.
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    5
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Good Luck Charlie, It's Christmas!

    Funny, feel-good tale makes the holiday merry for families.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Crooked Arrows

    Inspiring sports drama about Native Americans, lacrosse.
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    11
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Moonrise Kingdom

    Typically quirky Wes Anderson dramedy has lots of heart.
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    14
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial

    A classic that parents and kids can enjoy together.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2012)